Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
novoguineensis
ID:
402338

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
ksu

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 10: 58 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401670

Common Names

  • Rhaphidospora novoguineensis
  • Novoguineensis Rhaphidospora
  • New Guinea Rhaphidospora

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Description

Rhaphidospora novoguineensis (also called New Guinea Rhaphidospora, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to New Guinea. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhaphidospora novoguineensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its showy, bell-shaped flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhaphidospora novoguineensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhaphidospora novoguineensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by seed, although the latter is not recommended as it is difficult to germinate. It is also possible to propagate by layering.

Where to Find Rhaphidospora novoguineensis

Rhaphidospora novoguineensis is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.

Rhaphidospora novoguineensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Rhaphidospora novoguineensis?

Rhaphidospora novoguineensis is native to tropical Africa.

What is the size of Rhaphidospora novoguineensis?

Rhaphidospora novoguineensis can reach a height of up to 1.5 meters.

What is the flowering period of Rhaphidospora novoguineensis?

Rhaphidospora novoguineensis flowers from April to August.

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References